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Michael Chiklis, The Shield star talks about his return to serial TV, in ABC’s No Ordinary Family, which tells the story an American clan who gain supernatural powers after a plane crash in Brazil. Chatting with host Bob Andelman, Michael delineates his particular abilities.

Micky Dolenz: In 1991, the pop icon recalled auditioning for NBC’s The Monkees. “I don’t consider myself a drummer, but I do consider myself a guitar player,” he told host Robin Milling. “I had to quickly learn to play drums—and certainly played adequately for what I had to do for the band’s light pop rhythms.”

Cynthia Bailey, the newest castmember of The Real Housewives of Atlanta—a former model who has also done guest turns on New York Undercover and The Cosby Show—fills Film Festival Radio host Janice Malone in on how her romance with beau Peter Thomas is unfolding.

Ryan Sutter, Trista Rehn’s pick on ABC’s The Bachelorette—whom she wed in 2003—joins The Stupid Cancer Show’sMatthew Zachary to discuss his work as a young-adult cancer advocate. Plus: First Descents founder Brad Ludden and the Outdoor Program’sLisa Goldstein.

Delfeayo Marsalis, the jazz trombonist, who has also produced Grammy-winning works for such A-listers as Harry Connick Jr. and Spike Lee—as well as for brothers Wynton and Branford Marsalis—drops in to chat with Jazzin Em Up host Cres O’Neal about his upcoming CD, Sweet Thunder.
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Tyler Perry, the writer-director-producer, whose films have grossed $400+ million worldwide—making him the sixth highest-paid man in Hollywood—drops in to talk with Keeping It Reel host Tim Gordon about his new flick For Colored Girls, starring Janet Jackson and Whoopi Goldberg.

Mark Zuckerberg, the Facebook founder reveals his world view of the site. “There should be programmatic interfaces to access anything that a human can,” Mark tells Robert Scoble via Cinch, BlogTalkRadio’s sister platform. “Eventually I think we’ll get there, but probably not for a while.”

Treach, Vin Rock and DJ Kay Gee, who scored 2 No. 1 albums during the ‘90s, stop in to rave about thier new mixtape, Garden State Greats. The Grammy-winning hip-hoppers also chat with NeXplicablePhost Princess L about their current tour, and where you can catch them.

Chris Traverez, The Big Momma’s House 2 actor stops into Teen Diaries Radio to talk about his role as Lance in the Disney Channel movie Avalon High, starring Brittany Robertson, which premieres Nov. 12. Chris Tavarez will also fill us in on what he’s looking for in a special lady on TDRadio.

Mayes Rubero, The Hollywood costume designer, who has outfitted the cast of such flicks as Total Recall, Born on the Fourth of July and Avatar, drops in on 123 Film!’sSam Heer to chat her upcoming Pixar feature John Carter of Mars, starring Willem Dafoe.

Rebecca Marshall, the star of Saw 3D stops in to chat about the hit silver-screen series—and how this final chapter may still leave you wanting more. Rebecca also regales Somewhere in Vegas host Marq with a Q with a look back at her big-screen debut, in 2004’s Knuckle Sandwich.

Isabel Wilkerson, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author—who was also the first-ever African American woman to be honored in the journalism category—drops in to chat with host Joy Keys about her new book, The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America’s Great Migration.
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Neil Hopkins, the actor best known for playing heroin-addicted rock star Liam on ABC’s Lost drops in on Mr. Media to discuss his role in the big-screen sci-fi thriller Skyline—about a UFO that lands in L.A.—which opens Nov. 12 and co-stars Eric Balfour and Donald Faison.

Marc Maron, the funnyman who formerly hosted his own Air America showwhile appearing on Late Night with Conan O’Brien44 times—more than any other standup comic—chats with Mr. Media about his twice-weekly podcast titled WTF with Marc Maron.

Scott Stratten, the President of social-media consulting firm UnMarketing stops by Marketing Tech Blog to chat with Douglas Karr about his new book, UnMarketing: Stop Marketing. Start Engaging, which focuses on the “pull & stay”—rather than “push & pray”—method.

Drew Cheetwood, the General Hospital hottie, who’s played Milo Giambetti—bodyguard to Sonny Corinthos—since 2006, discusses how he went from on-set personal trainer to regular castmember. Drew also chats with Jasam Radio’sDeborah Huey about his engagement to Jenna Vitale.

Tyler Perry, the writer-director-producer—whose films have grossed $400+ million worldwide, making him the sixth highest-paid man in Hollywood—drops in to talk with Keeping It Reel host Tim Gordon about his new flick For Colored Girls, starring Janet Jackson and Whoopi Goldberg.

Mark Zuckerberg, the Facebook founder reveals his world view of the site. “There should be programmatic interfaces to access anything that a human can,” Mark tells Robert Scoble via Cinch, BlogTalkRadio’s sister platform. “Eventually I think we’ll get there, but probably not for a while.”

Rob Parker, the ESPNNewYork.com columnist, who also appears regularly on ESPN’s morning show First Take, drops by The War Room to weigh in on the Giants’ World Series win, LeBron James’Miami Heat debut, and the NFL’s helmet-to-helmet hits issue.

Chris Tavarez, the Big Momma’s House 2 actor stops into Teen Diaries Radio to talk about his role as Lance in the Disney Channel movie Avalon High, starring Brittany Robertson, which premieres Nov. 12. Chris Tavarez will also fill us in on what he’s looking for in a special lady.

Plastic surgeon Arthur Perry is back by popular demand with Paula Begoun and her Cosmetics Cop team, this time to enumerate the best cosmetic procedures for your budget. Call in with your questions during the broadcast to receive free Paula’s Choice products.

Curt Weldon, the former U.S. congressman from Pennsylvania, who also served as vice-chair of the House Homeland Security Committee, joins EMPact Radio host Dr. Peter Vincent Pry for a recap of the midterm elections—and strategies for further GOP wins in 2012.

True Blood hunk RyanKwanten chats about his new big-screen role in Red Hill, opening Friday. But he also shares his feelings about playing Charles Manson in a new biopic. “He’s a lot smaller than me,” Ryan tells Robin Milling of the infamous mass murderer. “He was only 5-foot-2 or 5-foot-3, so it’ll be the beauty of film making.”

Corey Almeida, the avid sports fan stops by to talk up Pickureka, his new series on The Hub that’s based on Hasbro’s board game of the same name. Cory will also share his thoughts on the San Francisco Giants’World Series win, and on which NFL teams he hopes to see in Super Bowl XLV on Go For It.

Basil McRae, the former NHL left wing, who played for the Maple Leafs and Blackhawks—and appeared in The Mighty Ducks—looks back on his career with The Final Word’sJayReelz and J.D. Basil also chats about his current work scouting for the Blues and co-owning the London Knights.

David A. Brancaccio, a reporter-at-large for Public Radio’s daily business report Marketplace, drops in for a special EL-ection Day edition of The El Show. Plus: Steve Cone, CMO of The Brierley Group—and author of Steal These Ideas!—joins host Richard Laermer to weigh in on Midterm Madness.

Alison Sweeney, the actress who plays Sami Brady on Days of Our Lives chats about the 45th anniversary of the NBC daytime drama. Alison will also fill us in on tonight’s special edition of The Biggest Loser, in which the cast heads to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to live and train like Marines, on Film Festival Radio.

The writer-director, D.B. Sweeney, who starred opposite Charlie Sheen in Eight Men Out, returns to BTR, this time to chat up the DVD release of his 2006 directorial effort, Two Tickets To Paradise. Tune in to host Olivia Wilder’sDB Sweeney Trivia Contest for a chance to win a copy of the flick.

Chandra Wilson, the Grey’s Anatomy star, who plays Dr. Miranda Bailey, gives us the latest on her hit ABC show this season. Chandra also looks back on her earlier TV roles—which have ranged from guest turns on The Cosby Show to The Sopranos—with Biz Mommy host Tisha Berg.

The Good Morning America co-anchor, Robin Roberts, chats about her primetime special, “In the Spotlight with Robin Roberts: All Access Nashville.” Robin also dishes with Film Festival Radio’sJanice Malone about Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley and other A-list artists featured on the show.

Rebecca Marashall, the star of Saw 3D stops in to chat about the hit silver-screen series—and how this final chapter may still leave you wanting more. Rebecca also regales Somewhere in Vegas host Marq with a Q with a look back at her big-screen debut, in 2004’s Knuckle Sandwich.

Buzzworthy Radio host NaVell Lee celebrates his 3-year BTR anniversary (you go, boy!) with a look back some some of his favorite, most memorable guests. Chief among them? One Life to Live star Catherine Hickland, his first-ever celebrity interview.

Charlie Sheen’s ex-wife, Denise Richards, chats about her role on the Spike TV sitcom Blue Mountain State. But Denise also opens up to Milling About host Robin Milling about Charlie’s coke-fueled meltdown in the Big Apple earlier this week, saying she has no choice but to move on.

John Ratzenberger, beloved by millions as Cliff Clavin from Cheers and Hamm from the Toy Story series chats with Enlisted Spouse Radio host Beth Wilson about his new flick, What if…, co-starring Kevin Sorbo and Debby Ryan—in which he plays an angel.

The Saving Private Ryan star, Ed Burns, discusses his new flick, Nice Guy Johnny, about a talk-radio host who wrestles with quitting his job for one that pays enough to please his fiancée. Ed also chats with Baseball Digest Live’sMark Healey about wife Christy Turlington’s directorial debut.

Flashback host Carey Fisher gets the story from Susan Olsen, who played the ever-lovable Cindy Brady on The Brady Bunch. Susan will chat about her work with Precious Paws, an animal sanctuary that promotes the importance of responsible pet ownership.

Host Robin Milling whoops it up with Royal Pains star Mark Feuerstein, who plays a wrestling trainer in the comedy Knucklehead—and who dishes about his own high school days with the sport: “I was terrible at basketball,” he says, “which is why I joined the wrestling team.”

Willie Geist of MSNBC’s Way Too Early with Willie Geist chats about his new book, American Freak Show, which offers a insider’s take on the absurdity of America’s media culture. Amy Llamas-Bakari and her In My Pajamas Show team are live with the rising cable star.

Danny Bonaduce’s ex-wife, Gretchen Bonaduce, who starred in Fox Reality Channel’s Re-Inventing Bonaduce, drops in to discuss her divorce from The Partridge Family star. Gretchen will also chat with Psychic Tina Z host Tina Z about getting her self-worth back, and finding love again.

Michael Porter: 1951-2010. Former WWE ring announcer and editor of Wrestlebeat newsletter Michael Porter, who hosted Michael Porter’s WrestleShoot here on BTR from June 2008 through June of this year, passed away Saturday at his home in Los Angeles. He was 59 years old. On behalf of his many fans, and BTR’s legion of pro-wrestling hosts, our condolences go out to Michael’s family.

WorldView Network’sReuel Sample welcomes Chuck Colson, the one-time special counsel for President Nixon, who was the first member of that administration to be jailed on Watergate-related charges. Chuck will discuss the role of Christians in the midterm elections.

Live from the Online New Association’s 2010 conference in Washington, Rebooting the News’Dave Winer—aka the Godfather of Blogging—and NYU Journalism Professor Jay Rosen ask, How does the emerging system of news work. And what stands in the way of it working better?

On Hoops in the Sun: Don’t ask the former Knicks point guard, Stephon Marbury, why he didn’t resign with the Celtics last year, and instead went to China. “That’s my business,” Starbury says. “I’m not gonna ask Donald Trump what his contract was for buying that whole lot on the Westside Highway—what he negotiated.”

The current WBC and IBFLight Welterweight champ, Devon Alexander, aka “Alexander the Great,” stops by to talk about his upcoming match-up with WBOJunior Welterweight KingTimothy Bradley. During Devon’s chat with Go for It host Paul Gant, the southpaw will be taking calls.

The Streak singer, Ray Stevens, is riled up about Obama Care, which he takes to task in We the People. “The message of the song at this point is to Congress and the politicians in office,” he says. “Hey, here’s your chance to redeem yourself and vote against this darn thing because it’s really bad,” he tells Firefox News Online.

The sultry, seductive samba singer-Luisa Maita—who, like her 2 sisters, was named after a song by bossa nova legend Antonio CarlosJobim—stops by to chat about her latest album, Lero-Lero. Luisa will also fill host Joy Keys in on her upcoming concert appearances.